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Bill · 12-10-2009, 12:21 PM

It is very easy for us to second guess and design projects in this new technology world. Digital releases, all sorts of ways to do it cheaply and effectively. But alas, it ain't our career or legacy, and clearly Gord is not comfortable in that world...or just not interested. But when you think of how older artists have teamed up for stripped down projects (Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn...even Ringo Starr)...it's hard not to wish for more. Like the venues and the whole approach to concerts...his voice is getting to where bigger venues aren't that advantageous...something more intimate would allow him to really connect. But it won't happen.

12-10-2009, 12:21 PM	#12
Bill Senior Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 544	Re: Gord won't play at Vancouver Olympics in January or put out more albums It is very easy for us to second guess and design projects in this new technology world. Digital releases, all sorts of ways to do it cheaply and effectively. But alas, it ain't our career or legacy, and clearly Gord is not comfortable in that world...or just not interested. But when you think of how older artists have teamed up for stripped down projects (Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn...even Ringo Starr)...it's hard not to wish for more. Like the venues and the whole approach to concerts...his voice is getting to where bigger venues aren't that advantageous...something more intimate would allow him to really connect. But it won't happen.